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forum threadFrugalForever posted Jan 30, 2026 7:50 PM

Metro by T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 4GB/128GB +1-month unlimited+ $65 plan. No further topup, unlocks in 365 days. No port-in needed. $65

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Metro by T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 4GB/128GB +1-month unlimited+ $65 plan. No further topup, unlocks in 365 days. No port-in needed. $65

Metro Unlock Policy:
https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/terms-and-conditions/phone-unlock-policy​ [metrobyt-mobile.com]

Key Specifications:
Display: 6.7-inch FHD+ (1080 x 2340) Super AMOLED, 90Hz refresh rate, approx. 800 nits brightness, Gorilla Glass Victus.
Processor: Exynos 1330 (5nm) Octa-core.
Camera: Rear: 50MP (f/1.8) main + 5MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide + 2MP (f/2.4) macro; Front: 13MP (f/2.0).
Video: 1080p @ 30fps (no 4K support).
Battery: 5,000mAh with 25W fast charging.
Memory/Storage: 4GB RAM; 128GB storage (MicroSD support up to 2TB).
OS: Android 15 (upgradable to Android 16).
Features: 5G Sub6, Bluetooth 5.3, Side Fingerprint Sensor, NFC, IP54 Water/Dust Resistance.
Build: Plastic frame and back.

https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/c...axy-a17-5g
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Metro by T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 4GB/128GB +1-month unlimited+ $65 plan. No further topup, unlocks in 365 days. No port-in needed. $65

Metro Unlock Policy:
https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/terms-and-conditions/phone-unlock-policy​ [metrobyt-mobile.com]

Key Specifications:
Display: 6.7-inch FHD+ (1080 x 2340) Super AMOLED, 90Hz refresh rate, approx. 800 nits brightness, Gorilla Glass Victus.
Processor: Exynos 1330 (5nm) Octa-core.
Camera: Rear: 50MP (f/1.8) main + 5MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide + 2MP (f/2.4) macro; Front: 13MP (f/2.0).
Video: 1080p @ 30fps (no 4K support).
Battery: 5,000mAh with 25W fast charging.
Memory/Storage: 4GB RAM; 128GB storage (MicroSD support up to 2TB).
OS: Android 15 (upgradable to Android 16).
Features: 5G Sub6, Bluetooth 5.3, Side Fingerprint Sensor, NFC, IP54 Water/Dust Resistance.
Build: Plastic frame and back.

https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/c...axy-a17-5g

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Jan 30, 2026 8:49 PM
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mortaza77Jan 30, 2026 8:49 PM
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The unlock policy is not attractive anymore.
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Jan 30, 2026 8:53 PM
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Mono141Jan 30, 2026 8:53 PM
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These phones are really laggy and should be considered e waste.
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lou2004Jan 30, 2026 9:15 PM
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Quote from Mono141 :
These phones are really laggy and should be considered e waste.
can you recommend a good cheap phone for kids?
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Jan 30, 2026 9:52 PM
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jimx200Jan 30, 2026 9:52 PM
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Quote from lou2004 :

can you recommend a good cheap phone for kids?
how about a skateboard, ball/bat/glove, bike?
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Jan 30, 2026 10:23 PM
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Quote from mortaza77 :
The unlock policy is not attractive anymore.
VZ has already done or in the process of doing the same - 1 year, instead of 2 months. No point buying locked phones anymore.
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Jan 30, 2026 10:46 PM
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FrugalForeverJan 30, 2026 10:46 PM
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Quote from guest2011 :

VZ has already done or in the process of doing the same - 1 year, instead of 2 months. No point buying locked phones anymore.
Amongst all, metro is the most lucrative, with no paid service needed (after activation/1st month) for unlock.
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Jan 30, 2026 10:47 PM
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FrugalForeverJan 30, 2026 10:47 PM
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Quote from mortaza77 :
The unlock policy is not attractive anymore.
Amongst all, metro is the most lucrative, with no paid service needed (after activation/1st month) for unlock.
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Jan 30, 2026 11:43 PM
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guest2011Jan 30, 2026 11:43 PM
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Quote from FrugalForever :
Amongst all, metro is the most lucrative, with no paid service needed (after activation/1st month) for unlock.
Then can cancel service?
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Jan 30, 2026 11:52 PM
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FrugalForeverJan 30, 2026 11:52 PM
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Quote from guest2011 :

Then can cancel service?
This is prepaid. There is nothing to cancel. Just don't enroll for autopay and don't pay anything after 1st month/initial purchase
Jan 31, 2026 12:07 AM
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guest2011Jan 31, 2026 12:07 AM
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Quote from FrugalForever :
This is prepaid. There is nothing to cancel. Just don't enroll for autopay and don't pay anything after 1st month/initial purchase

Arghh i completely forgot
Jan 31, 2026 12:18 AM
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peloJan 31, 2026 12:18 AM
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No go using on T-Mobile without unlock, right?
Jan 31, 2026 12:29 AM
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starcaptorJan 31, 2026 12:29 AM
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Quote from jimx200 :
how about a skateboard, ball/bat/glove, bike?
The best, but broken, phone. Desperation breeds innovation 🙌
Jan 31, 2026 1:12 AM
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misel00Jan 31, 2026 1:12 AM
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Any other phones that may be around the same price total but better then the A17?
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Jan 31, 2026 1:34 AM
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Jan 31, 2026 1:34 AM
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Quote from pelo :
No go using on T-Mobile without unlock, right?
Some have reported they have gotten it to work and some haven't. I think many of those were with the moto razrs or only some phones.

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FrugalForeverJan 31, 2026 1:37 AM
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Quote from misel00 :
Any other phones that may be around the same price total but better then the A17?
Metro also has moto g power, better processor, more ram but inferior screen (imho) and $10 cheaper:

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